Flood - Oker dam full: concern about rising water levels
The Oker dam in the Harz Mountains has reached its maximum capacity. More water is now being released into the Oker via the overflow of the dam wall, the Braunschweig city administration announced on Tuesday. Instead of 16 cubic meters per second, 30 cubic meters per second are now flowing into the river.
This will have an impact on the flood situation in Braunschweig, according to the city. The rising water level was expected in the late evening hours.
The level at the Eisenbüttel weir, which currently stands at 132 centimetres, could rise by around ten percent according to the current forecast, the city said. It is possible that the overflow at the dam will be opened further during the course of the day and that the volume of water will increase further as a result. However, it is still assumed that the flooding caused by the Oker and its tributaries will be limited to the designated flood areas.
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- The city of Braunschweig, located in Lower Saxony, Germany, is preparing for potential flooding due to the increased water flow from the Oker dam.
- Despite the bad weather, authorities are closely monitoring the water level in the Oker, which has already reached 132 centimeters at the Eisenbüttel weir.
- The ochre-colored waters of the Oker and its tributaries have raised concerns about potential flooding in designated areas, but the city administration is hopeful that the situation won't escalate further.
- Residents of Braunschweig are advised to stay informed about the weather conditions and any updates on the flood situation as the water level continues to rise.
Source: www.stern.de
